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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1: On the Beach at the Ritz - Chapter 2: The Coming of the Iquanas.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Kerans’ profession?
(a) Scientist.
(b) Doctor.
(c) Captain.
(d) Solider.

2. What is the cause of the massive size of fauna?
(a) Birthrate decline.
(b) Melting ice caps.
(c) Migration to the poles.
(d) Increase in global radioactivity.

3. What problem does Riggs ask Kerans to help him with?
(a) Convincing Beatrice to leave.
(b) Fixing the landing craft.
(c) Moving the testing station.
(d) Packing up and leaving.

4. What does Kerans realize about the scenery he admired from his balcony?
(a) It is a natural wonder.
(b) It is a post-apocalyptical playground.
(c) It is a garbage-filled swamp.
(d) It is an ancient ruin.

5. Why does Kerans approach Beatrice on the rooftop?
(a) To discuss the weather.
(b) To convince her to leave.
(c) To ask for a drink.
(d) To invite her for a swim.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of insects does Kerans see buzzing past his balcony?

2. In Chapter 2, what does Kerans see from across the water?

3. What has turned Kerans' beard white?

4. Where does Kerans stay in the hotel?

5. Who catches Kerans and Riggs eyeing her in a bikini?

(see the answer key)

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